Dr. Jart+ Ctrl+A Teatreement Cleansing Foam
Works for
CleansingDisodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Sodium cocoyl glutamate + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Ctrl+A Teatreement Cleansing Foam”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (capryloyl glycine, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, hexylene glycol, hydrogenated lecithin, polyglyceryl-10 laurate, sodium cocoyl glutamate) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · Salicylic acid, Camellia sinensis leaf extract + 3 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · Salicylic acid, AllantoinWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate~9.8–12%
Methylpropanediol~4.4–5.4%
Butylene glycol~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolSodium cocoyl glutamate~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamate1,2-hexanediol~0.7–1.05%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerSalicylic acid~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilMelaleuca alternifolia leaf extract0.41%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extractGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractGlycerin~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractAllantoin~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinNiacinamide~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideFicus carica fruit extract~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effect
More about Ficus carica fruit extractCentella asiatica extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractHamamelis virginiana extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractCamphor~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ulmus davidiana root extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant root extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might have an anti-inflammatory effect and could help neturalize free radicals in skin
More about Ulmus davidiana root extractAnthemis nobilis flower extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that one one hand, can contain compounds that can help calm down skin irritation, but, on the other hand, its other compounds (especially fragrant ones) can themselves be irritating
More about Anthemis nobilis flower extractUndaria pinnatifida extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A seaweed extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Undaria pinnatifida extractAmaranthus caudatus seed extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sarcosine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to enhance the penetration of other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about SarcosineGloiopeltis furcata extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cinnamomum zeylanicum bark extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ceramide np~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractPinus pinaster bark extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but evidence of effectiveness of topical application is lacking. It can be an INCI name for the trademarked ingredient Pycnogenol (but could also be a different type of this plant's bark extract)
More about Pinus pinaster bark extractIsopropyl alcohol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A drying alcohol. Can increase skin's sensitivity and cause dryness and irritation
More about Isopropyl alcoholPolyglyceryl-10 laurate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateHydrogenated lecithin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinCapryloyl glycine~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together, preserve cosmetic products, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Capryloyl glycineHexylene glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolSilica~0.3–0.55%
Pentylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycol4-terpineol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.1–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Methylpropanediol, Butylene glycol, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, 1,2-hexanediol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Salicylic acid, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Glycerin, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Allantoin, Niacinamide, Ficus carica fruit extract, Centella asiatica extract, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Camphor, Ulmus davidiana root extract, Anthemis nobilis flower extract, Undaria pinnatifida extract, Amaranthus caudatus seed extract, Sarcosine, Gloiopeltis furcata extract, Cinnamomum zeylanicum bark extract, Ceramide np, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Pinus pinaster bark extract, Isopropyl alcohol, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Hydrogenated lecithin, Capryloyl glycine, Hexylene glycol, Silica, Pentylene glycol, 4-terpineol, Disodium edta, Sodium benzoate
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Dr. Jart+Ctrl+A Teatreement Cleansing FoamYOUR PRODUCT | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | CeraVeBalancing Air Foam Facial Cleanser | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 79% | 78% | 78% |
| Price | $20.50 | $7.50−$13.00 | $12.39−$8.11 | $7.25−$13.25 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 18 | 6 of 18 | 3 of 18 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide As | Ceramide Eop | Squalane |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Skinfix Acne+ 2% BHA CleanserVichy Normaderm Phytosolution Volcanic Mattifying Cleansing Cream
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 29 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 6A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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